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large wavelength range and list of x/y numerical data points of elements
I'm trying to get a set of FTIR or (FTIR like range) x/y numerical data points for a couple of elements, namely Silver, Platinum, Palladium, Gold and Sodium. I've looked on line and found images ...
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What is the mechanism of functionalisation of nanoparticle using long chain alcohols
How can long chain alcohols(not thiols) be functionalised on the surface of silver or gold nanoparticles?
I have read in an article that Polyvinyl alcohol is used as a capping agent for silver ...
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Why do shape and size have the greatest effect on the optical properties of nanoparticles?
The LSPR properties of nanoparticles depend on a number of factors, including shape, size, material, crystal structure, dielectric environment, etc. However, it has been consistently shown that shape ...
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Simulation of a particle and chemical molecule
I am currently studying the basics of simulation and want to try out some experiments. It is a known fact that gold nanoparticles can bind to chemical groups which contains thiol (R–SH group). I want ...
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What is burst nucleation?
Can you tell me what is a burst nucleation process, and how can it be used for synthesising uniform nanoparticles?
Can you also provide (if possible) any links to papers or materials regarding ...
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What is the bandgap value of SiO2?
Using Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy, I have obtained the band gap for $\small\ce{SiO2}$ (purchased from a chemical retailer) in the range of 3.25 to 4.75 eV.
I would like to know if the values ...
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Can nanotechnology reduce electrode losses in electrochemical cells?
I'm just curious about this topic, as most portable, "clean" energy sources or carriers (in the sense of not being a primary energy source -fuel cell hydrogen, for example) are in essence ...
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What does the charge distribution around a Stone-Wales defect look like?
I'm reading a book on carbon nanotubes (P.J.F. Harris, Carbon Nanotube Science, to be specific) at the moment and puzzling about Stone-Wales or 5775 defects. This is where two adjacent carbons undergo ...
